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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday again criticized Japan at the Munich Security Conference in Germany, citing last year’s remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding a potential Taiwan contingency.
Wang claimed that Japan still harbors ambitions to invade and exert colonial control over Taiwan, adding that the “ghost of militarism” continues to influence the country.
During a discussion on Asia-Pacific tensions, he urged that sensible parties exercise caution toward Japan, framing his remarks as a warning to the international community.
He argued that Takaichi’s statements, suggesting a Taiwanese contingency could pose an existential threat to Japan, directly violate Chinese territorial sovereignty and are entirely unacceptable.
Wang also highlighted the need for international cooperation and multilateralism, positioning his comments in contrast to what he described as increasingly protectionist measures by the administration of US President Donald Trump.
He appeared to use the platform to reinforce China’s regional stance and shape global perceptions regarding Japan’s security policies.
Observers noted that Wang’s remarks may serve both as a domestic political message and a diplomatic signal to other nations in Europe and Asia.
China’s statements at the conference underscore ongoing sensitivities over Taiwan and the complex dynamics of East Asian security in the context of broader international relations.
